10 Only-in-LA Things You Gotta See to Believe

LA is loaded with iconic spots from the Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel to the Hollywood Sign in the hills, but they’re are easy to see. LA is also filled with unique, must-see attractions that are little more off the beaten path. Read on to discover 10 wacky, one-of-a-kind, silly sights your family of intrepid explorers will only find in the City of Angels.

Giant Clown Ballerina

Standing watch over the corner of Rose and Main in Venice, this giant dancer acts as an unofficial mascot, welcoming visitors to the equally eccentric Venice Boardwalk. The 30 foot tall sculpture by artist Johnathan Borofsky has been peering down from his lofty perch since 1989, when his leg was originally meant to perform a perpetual ballerina kick. Though he no longer dances, he still elicits plenty of smiles and laughs from young explorers.